Shall I wrap that food poisoning? The hazards of doggie-bags...

You may have paid a lot for that meal – but it’s not worth getting sick over... 

1 in 4 people wind up sick after eating restaurant leftovers. If you MUST take it home – be sure to follow safe doggie-bag protocol:

• If it will be in a hot car – don’t bother.

• Refrigerate your leftovers A.S.A.P. – and definitely within two hours.

• Eat your leftovers within 3 days. The day you ordered it counts.

• Always reheat your leftovers to piping hot. 

Don’t forget to label that doggie-bag before sticking it in the fridge. Write the date on there – or a “do not eat after” date. If your doggie-bag is REALLY for the dog, stick to lean meat. They don’t need anything else a restaurant has to offer.